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Becoming a teacher (K-6) in California. Questions.?
I live in California. I want to become a teacher. Right now, I have no concrete understanding of the process of getting a teaching credential.
If you are a teacher and you became one in California (that is, you went through the program to get your credential), what was your experience like?
How long did it take you? Was the program hard?
What were the requirements? Were the tests, CSET and RICA (I already took the CBEST for something else) really difficult?
Do you have any general tips for what I can do to prepare to enter a program like that?
Was it hard to get into a program? What sort of questions do they ask at the interview, and are there any hidden requirements? Do you think it will matter that I’ll be just-turned-20 when I apply to the program (if I do)?
Also, how long did it take you to get a job after finishing the program?
Here is what I remember about the process (15 yrs ago so some might have changed, but your school will let you know)
You need your BA for acceptance into a credentialing program at a university. There are alternative programs in some districts. Some bigger disctricts partner with the uni to create district intern programs where you do not have to pay for your credentialing process. you take 3yrs of support classes (all paid via the sd) and agree to work for the district for 5 yrs.
Once accepted into the credentialing program, youll need to complete the classes, pick a grade level, do student teaching, and pass tests.
picking a grade level: youll need to decide secondary or elementary. student teaching and the type of tests are based on this decision. Once you get your credential it is in this area and you will not be able to teach kids of the other group.
Student teaching: the school must certify that you are ready, and california requires student teaching. it must happen in two different age groups.
testing: you will need to verify subject matter knowledge. in secondary this means subject specific tests, in elementary a general test. In my case it was the PRAXIS (called the cset now… i think different company providing tests). For biology there were 2 tests i passed. Seperate from this is the requirement in California to teach english language learners.
you will need to pass the rica to get your clad.
difficulty: I thought I knew my stuff, but I didnt pass on the first try. I didnt prepare for the breadth of questions. They are all reasonable however… (definetly a frustrating and scary time)
There are classes through the uni and test prep books that should help you pass on try 1. (you can take as many times as needed, but they only offer the tests 4 times per yr)
time and difficulty: I took about two years to be fully certified, and no it was not difficult.
Job: I had my job prior to finishing. This is mainly because Los Angeles is such a high need area, and I teach math and science. Depending on the school you pick, they might have a district partnership where they help you with placement.
Hope this helped some, good luck!
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